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Peugeot 208 vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (21,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Peugeot 208 or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Peugeot 208 vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Peugeot 208

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • slightly lighter
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Peugeot 208 is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 208 uses 4.5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Corolla Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers a bit more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

208

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 208 is slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Cross offers visibly more boot space – 473 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 121 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla Cross carries clearly more – 560 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 208 comes out modestly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Peugeot 208

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 101 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 363 - 432 km
Peugeot 208
Toyota Corolla Cross

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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact crossover that blends the practicality and reliability Toyota is known for with a comfortable, easygoing driving experience. It offers a roomy interior and sensible features that make it a strong choice for daily commuting and family outings.

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Peugeot 208
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,000 - 33,200 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
363 - 432 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 116 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 473 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,745 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
380 - 430 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Peugeot
Brand
Toyota
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